Graduating to a Higher Calling
When University of Alabama swimmer Christopher Reid returned from the 2016 Olympic Games, he struggled with the disappointment of not medaling for his native South Africa.
Students
VOTE! Gorgas Library Seeks Input on Renovations
The historic Amelia Gayle Gorgas Library, built in 1939 upon the ashes of the University’s first library, Rotunda, which was destroyed in the Civil War, is getting a much needed, massive, multi-phased renovation.
UA Student Organizations Donate to SAFE Center, R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Fund
The University of Alabama’s Interfraternity Council and Panhellenic Association each recently donated $25,000 to the Tuscaloosa SAFE Center and UA’s R.E.S.P.E.C.T. Fund.
Army Trailblazer, UA Alumna: Return to Campus Part of Team Building
When Army Lt. Gen. Gwen Bingham wrapped her talk with University of Alabama Army ROTC cadets recently, she encouraged them to get her business card and keep in touch with her.
UA Students Win Big in National Opera Competition
For the second consecutive year, The University of Alabama’s Opera Theatre has won second place in the National Opera Association’s Opera Production Competition.
In Frigid Greenland, Engineering Student Helps Understand Climate
Joshua Nunn had never been outside the United States before graduate school before a visit to Greenland where he helped provide perspectives on improving climate models.
125 Years of Women Celebration Concludes with Day of Service
The University of Alabama will wrap up its year-long celebration of 125 Years of Women by offering students numerous service opportunities to honor UA women on Nov. 28.
Nominate Students, Employees for UA’s Highest Honors by Dec. 1
Now through Dec. 1, the University is accepting nominations for the Premier Awards. Students, faculty and staff who believe they are qualified are strongly encouraged to apply, or to nominate deserving individuals.
Auburn Natives Call a Crimson-Covered College Home
While the sports rivalry between UA and Auburn can be intense, it’s usually all in good fun, and it doesn’t stop students from crossing the figurative gulf to seek an education across the state.
Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger Wraps Up with Win
The University of Alabama finished the 2018 Beat Auburn, Beat Hunger food drive by collecting 309,194 pounds of food. The result was more than 40,000 pounds over the 2017 total of 260,453.